I’m sorry for posting pics of food and dogs on the gear pictures, I didn’t realize it was meant only for gear pics. I guess I hadn’t even noticed the categories (I don’t post new topics so often). SO, unless people are opposed, maybe this thread can be for non-gear pics. I’ve been using Instagram over the last few months for just a dash of simple joy throughout my day. Mostly I follow hedgehogs and dachshunds. My girlfriend has a dachshund that has become such an important part of my life over the last few years. So, I’ll start it off with a pic of my step-son, Murphy. We have a skylight and the bit of rain pattering on that sort of stressed him out a bit. He’s a bit high strung, but here’s a little series of him trying to settle in through the stress of pattering.

for real, this is my ‘pet’. he is a sockdog named Retro. he is into artisan cheese and teams with dog mascots, but mostly the Browns. if you were curious, his spiffy Cleveland Browns sweater he is wearing is hand knitted. yup, I am a knitter.

I’ll always have a soft spot for the Browns - loved Kosar and their defense in the 80s and I was a huge Eric Turner fan and those early 90s teams too. Somewhat confounding probably, but I also loved the Broncos, so it always got painful in the playoffs. Eternal mixed feelings.

I don’t know much about dachshunds in general, but that’s what I’ve heard. I never thought I’d be as appreciative of such a yappy pooch, but I think we click because we’re both cranky old men Plus, he’s a good snuggler and loves naps. We’ve discussed taking on older rescue dachshunds and giving them a place to live out their twilight years. I’m increasingly into the idea of a small fleet of weens.

I believe I’ve posted Azuki too, but he’s well-worth following on Instagram. He is an expressive little dude.

I’ve never been able to drink full sugar anything. They turn my stomach (weird for a weegie ). Probably due to my folks drinking boots’ own brand sugar free stuff growing up. However, you’ll be pleased to know the additives that “may cause adverse affects on attention in children” are fully present!!!